tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-196921842014-10-05T09:17:28.711+02:00Bikes n ChoppersNews and links about custom bikes, choppers, bobbers, Harley-Davidson, Buell and just about any other motorcycle or subject that catches the author’s attention. Enjoy and have fun! Georgehogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comBlogger310125This is an XML content feed. It is intended to be viewed in a newsreader or syndicated to another site, subject to copyright and fair use.tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1154964228731872122006-08-07T17:17:00.000+02:002006-08-07T17:23:48.760+02:00Sorry - Updates suspendedI am not longer able to spend the necessarry time for Bikes n´ Choppers in the foreseeable future. Therefore I have to suspend the updates.<br /><br />To all of you, who enjoyed Bikes n´ Choppers my best wishes.<br /><br />Take care, have fun, enjoy your ride!hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1153419724400442472006-07-20T20:22:00.000+02:002006-07-21T11:29:17.076+02:00Harley 2007 - Assholes - Twisted Choppers - Glasster Panhead<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.amadirectlink.com/news/2006/07HD.asp">AMA: Harley 2007</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1599756587190451068"><img src="http://aycu39.webshots.com/image/758/1599756587190451068_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"Harley introduces new engine and six-speed for 2007 Big Twins; carbs are history as full line gets fuel injection. With its competitors' cruisers getting bigger and bigger in displacement, Harley-Davidson is adding more cubic inches and another cog in the gearbox to its Big Twin models for 2007." Get details on all the new models at the <b><a href="http://www.harley-davidson.com/wcm/Content/Pages/2007_Motorcycles/2007_Motorcycles.jsp?locale=en_US">Harley-Davidson website</a></b>.</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/jtherieau/188224081/">Found on Flickr: Assholes</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1173505133074927862"><img src="http://aycu40.webshots.com/image/1959/1173505133074927862_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=3490&Page=1">Motorcycle-USA: Twisted Choppers</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1809432906540102388"><img src="http://aycu16.webshots.com/image/295/1809432906540102388_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"One visit to the <b><a href="http://www.twistedchoppers.com/index2.html">Twisted Choppers website</a></b> and you know what these guys are all about. After clicking past the rotating image on the intro page, you are greeted by gritty images of mechanical motorcycle components and provocatively posed models, contrasting sharply with a slick and well designed site. Then the speedmetal audio soundtrack kicks in. Twisted is not a shop, it's a lifestyle."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/bikebarn/PageViewer.asp?PageID=1015">Bikernet: Glasster Panhead</a></b><br><blockquote>"This wild chunk of functional motorcycle art was recently featured in Hot Bike Magazine. How could anyone pass up a motorcycle with glass gas and oil tanks, velocity stacks and rocker boxes? It&rsquo;s a strange mixture of old, new, odd, artistic and yet practical. Check the bare metal seat with a Ford leaf spring for adjustable rear suspension, seat height and protection for the iron incased glass oil bag."</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1152706512889566662006-07-12T14:15:00.000+02:002006-07-12T14:15:15.033+02:00Vintage hoodlums - Rusting Street Fighter - James Bond 007 Bike - Indian Larry Legacy: "Blue Bayou" Bike<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.jockeyjournal.com/?p=87">Jockey: vintage hoodlums</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1338892828383186512"><img src="http://aycu19.webshots.com/image/1618/1338892828383186512_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"Is there anything cooler than vintage hoodlums?"</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/bikebarn/PageViewer.asp?PageID=1006">Bikernet: Rusting Street Fighter</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1905881438448351208"><img src="http://aycu40.webshots.com/image/999/1905881438448351208_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"This bike took me over a 1 year-and-a-half to build, not because it was really hard or complicated, but because my wife had our son, and I just did not have as much free time as I thought.<br /><br />I sold my last bike the weekend my son was born. I was making the deal, at the hospital, while my wife was in labor. I met the guy the next weekend and he took possession of the Deuce. The next Monday I started ordering parts. My intention was to have the bike completed in three months. Well, that didn't happen. "</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.motorcycleshowcase.com/PhotoGallery/Issue49/Brosnan/output/index.html">Barnett&acute;s: James Bond 007 Bike</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1407100720397407279"><img src="http://aycu27.webshots.com/image/2626/1407100720397407279_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"Description"</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.motorcycleshowcase.com/PhotoGallery/Issue49/ILLBlueBayou/output/index.html">Barnett&acute;s: Indian Larry Legacy: "Blue Bayou" Bike</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1237123106674157127"><img src="http://aycu07.webshots.com/image/2246/1237123106674157127_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1152094343311274522006-07-05T12:12:00.000+02:002006-07-05T12:14:19.590+02:00Von Dutch Speedball - Huze Fireman Tribute Bobber - Biker Build-Off Behind the Scenes - Kendall Johnson<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/roadtests/PageViewer.asp?PageID=995">Bikernet.com: Von Dutch Speedball</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1950281151696648363"><img src="http://aycu11.webshots.com/image/2890/1950281151696648363_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1882478849979858896"><img src="http://aycu39.webshots.com/image/758/1882478849979858896_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"At this point, July, 2006, <a href="http://www.vondutch.com/">Von Dutch</a> just came on board Bikernet and we&rsquo;ve looked forward to featuring one of their bikes. I may be somewhat off track in some eyes, but I see this as a high compliment. When I look at Von Dutch production bikes I see the design and detail levels of Cyril Huze. Every Von Dutch bike I&rsquo;ve seen has those extra details accenting the style or character of the machine."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/bikebarn/PageViewer.asp?PageID=991">Bikernet.com: Cyril Huze Fireman Tribute Bobber</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1942645104601440218"><img src="http://aycu36.webshots.com/image/2435/1942645104601440218_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"Here&rsquo;s what Cyril wrote, &#8220;Do you remember the surge of adrenalin we all felt as kids when a big red fire engine roared down the street, sporting delicious red paint, sparkling gold leaf and screaming sirens. Daily, firemen experience high speed dashes to roaring flames. The business of firefighting is steeped in high adventure, danger & heroism. The bike was built by <a href="http://www.cyrilhuze.com/start.html">Cyril Huze</a> to benefit the IAFF (International Association Of Firefighters) Burn Foundation. We'll bring you more info on the auction as it nears. "</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=3463&Page=1">MotorcycleUSA.com: Biker Build-Off Behind the Scenes</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1499164151667046086"><img src="http://aycu01.webshots.com/image/2960/1499164151667046086_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"What was up with all this aggressive equipment in contest to be decided on looks? Word came down that this Biker Build-Off was going to be special. For one thing, the builders had only 10 days to complete the bikes. Most importantly, instead of the usual popularity contest, this one was to be decided on the ground with stopwatches and skill. These beautiful handbuilt machines would be road raced, drag raced and flat tracked, with the winner of the best two-out-of-three to be crowned the victor."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.whitelinemagazine.com/interview.htm">WhiteLine: Kendall Johnson</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1087130710626218697"><img src="http://aycu02.webshots.com/image/881/1087130710626218697_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"<a href="http://www.kendalljohnsoncustoms.com/">Kendall Johnson</a> is well known in the motorcycle industry. That is truly an understatement. For many years now, if you talk to builders and "people in the know" about high performance, chances are Kendall's name will come up. Many will tell you of Kendall's drag racing history and extol the virtues of his performance built engines because of that experience. The man likes to go fast. In fact the only thing slow about Kendall Johnson, is his southern drawl!"</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1151763374373635252006-07-01T16:16:00.000+02:002006-07-01T16:16:14.516+02:00nonsensechoppers - shovelheads - Flickr<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.nononsensechoppers.com/4436.html">nonsensechoppers</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1656425191606827924"><img src="http://aycu20.webshots.com/image/539/1656425191606827924_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>Don&acute;t miss this! An unknown dude (THANKS! if you got more of this, just let me know :-) ) sent me this link. One of the few sites, which really hit me. They have a fine sense of <b><a href="http://www.nononsensechoppers.com/16346.html">humour</a></b> (be careful, probably not worksafe) <br>"From the Scottish Borders.... Charlie & Logie ... aka Smith & Jones bring you the ultimate in custom Harleys!.. Choppers that will blow your minds!!.. keep watching at least 4 new builds coming soon!... These guys are top of their league...MULTI SHOW WINNERS!!! Their wins include.... The 100th Anniversary Open Road Tour 2003 Barcelona... to this years UK Biker Build Off!!! (even through the back door!) They both have achieved the double.... Rock n Blues & The Bulldog Bash... & too much more to mention! They have dominated the custom scene here & in europe! This year also promises to bring even more radical bikes from No Nonsense Choppers, choppers with attitude, awesome motorcycles, unique motorcycles, HARDCORE MOTORCYCLES!!! Motorcycles that are ridden everywhere....1000's of miles done, sare arse's tae prove it!! Nae state o' the art workshops either, oor talkin a shed & Charlies garage!!!! SCOTLANDS FINEST!!!!and if you need anymore proof then keep watching this space ya bawbags!!!"</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://216.118.118.21//dbbp/coolest/shovelheads_25.html">dbbp.com: shovelheads</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1018870986051740535"><img src="http://aycu23.webshots.com/image/1102/1018870986051740535_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://community.livejournal.com/motorcycles/1553388.html">New riding club available</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1723657542586071195"><img src="http://aycu04.webshots.com/image/523/1723657542586071195_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><b></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/jason044/sets/72157594174189613/">Flickr: Alamo Photo Shoot</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1002015159718098816"><img src="http://aycu11.webshots.com/image/290/1002015159718098816_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1151599487655420822006-06-29T18:44:00.000+02:002006-06-29T18:44:47.676+02:00Custom Motorcycle Talk by BeachCruiser - Leatherwork - Motorcycle Style Faucets<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.thebeachcruiser.com/">Custom Motorcycle Talk by BeachCruiser</a></b><br><blockquote>Cool Site: "Bikes, builders, opinions and more"</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.knucklebusterinc.com/2006/06/leatherwork.html">knucklebusterinc: Leatherwork</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1945067580016103536"><img src="http://aycu07.webshots.com/image/606/1945067580016103536_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"This guy doesn&rsquo;t give himself enough credit because he does some seriously nice leatherwork Leather tooling is a real art form &#8211; some guys got the touch, others don&rsquo;t. In my eyes, Chris is the real deal, his work really speaks for itself, but obviously the dude has skills. Check out the attention to detail and shading &#8211; just some really awesome work all around. "</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://thekneeslider.com/archives/2006/06/24/cyclefaucets-motorcycle-style-faucets/">Kneeslider: Motorcycle Style Faucets</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1166383869812270463"><img src="http://aycu05.webshots.com/image/524/1166383869812270463_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"MFX, Inc. is a company built around an idea that popped up in the head of Rob Parrette. Rob was sitting around one evening talking to his brother about motorcycles (probably lots of beer involved!) and up pops this idea about making a faucet that&rsquo;s styled to look like a motorcycle gas tank and handlebars."</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1151421898587835312006-06-27T17:24:00.000+02:002006-06-27T17:24:58.800+02:00Billy Lane - Steve McQueen Collection - radial motor chopper - Chopsmiths Chopper - Johnny Pag 250 Spyder<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://biz.yahoo.com/prnews/060626/dcm036.html?.v=55">yahoo: Billy Lane to Visit Troops in Germany</a></b><br><blockquote>"ARLINGTON, Va., June 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Custom bike builder Billy Lane will depart on his first USO tour to Germany June 30. During the six-day tour, Lane will spend time with service members and their families at Vogelweh Military Complex as well as participate in July 4th celebrations at Spangdahlem Air Force Base, Baumholder Army Base and Ramstein Air Base. This tour is co-sponsored by Armed Forces Entertainment."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bonhams.com/cgi-bin/public.sh/pubweb/publicSite.r?sContinent=USA&screen=HeadlineDetails&iHeadlineNo=1901">Steve McQueen Collection to be sold</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1461816000383859022"><img src="http://aycu38.webshots.com/image/1957/1461816000383859022_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"Bonhams & Butterfields is proud to have been a sponsor of this past weekend's Legend of the Motorcycle International Concours d'Elegance, and the leading West Coast auction house considered it no more fitting a time to announce the sale of the Steve McQueen Collection. Collectors, fans and biking enthusiasts are sure to agree that McQueen was a true American motoring legend."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.jrlcycles.com/product_information.html">JRL CYCLES: radial motor chopper</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1493208040089897482"><img src="http://aycu08.webshots.com/image/807/1493208040089897482_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"JRL Cycles is currently building what is probably the first radial motor chopper. One of the largest air-cooled motors ever to power a motorcycle the 7-cylinder radial is the same type used to power aircraft during World War II and is believed to be the basis for the V-twin motorcycle motor."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.handbuiltmotorcycles.com/">Chopsmiths Chopper</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1246494062433632750"><img src="http://aycu33.webshots.com/image/2752/1246494062433632750_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1523594023204549476"><img src="http://aycu09.webshots.com/image/2208/1523594023204549476_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1345572470382823189"><img src="http://aycu09.webshots.com/image/2208/1345572470382823189_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/roadtests/PageViewer.asp?PageID=975">bikernet: Johnny Pag 250 Spyder</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1868131648419616976"><img src="http://aycu12.webshots.com/image/251/1868131648419616976_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"But it&rsquo;s no accident that Southern California veteran custom bike builder, Johnny Pag has now brought home from China a new motorcycle, the Spyder 250, that just might take the Ultimate Most Bang for the Buck Award. While the bike is assembled in China, specifically at a 650,000 sq. ft. manufacturing plant near the city of Wenzhou, its design is definitely Made in America, all components drafted up by Johnny to his exacting specifications, and not by e-mail or telephone. Johnny&rsquo;s a hands-on kind of guy and spent six months out of the year working on location in China on the project. His son, JR, joined him on the long distance work commute and in fact began taking Chinese language lessons."</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1151053735179291392006-06-23T11:08:00.000+02:002006-06-23T11:08:55.336+02:00Neander Diesel Turbo Motorcycle - Billy Lane's 3rd hubless chopper going up in flames at Laconia<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://news.motorbiker.org/blogs.nsf/dx/06232006102016MWEBSQ.htm">Bikes in the Fast Lane: Neander Diesel Turbo Motorcycle</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1177807278221069317"><img src="http://aycu12.webshots.com/image/1211/1177807278221069317_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"We've probably all seen and read about the Kawasaki KLR modified to run on diesel (as used by the US Marines. The British Army attempt with a Royal Enfield or the EcoRider. Well, here's the latest, and surprisingly good looking diesel cruiser motorcycle; the German built Neander. So, what's different ? First, and very important, the Neander is a Turbo Diesel engine !! "</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/news/newsarch.asp?Article=062206-1">Bikernet.com: Billy Lane's 3rd hubless chopper going up in flames at Laconia</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1009981030723861065"><img src="http://aycu11.webshots.com/image/1970/1009981030723861065_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"BILLY LANE RUMOR CONTROL-- Bandit- Got any news on Billy Lane's 3rd hubless chopper going up in flames at Laconia? Hope he wasn't hurt! That would suck! Thanks man, and as always keep up the good work! --Steve We immediately contacted our East Coast Bikernet correspondent, TBear. Here's his report. "Yes indeed-de-do. Seems that a weld on the gas tank may have cracked. I'll be with Billy this weekend and I'll try to get the true skinny. At lease no one was hurt, except maybe their pride. Such is life in the "Fast Lane". --Bandit "</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1150963382383949612006-06-22T10:03:00.000+02:002006-06-22T10:03:02.573+02:002006 Harley-Davidson Dyna Motorcycles - Glide is a state of mind - Wall of Death - Bitch Slap Biker Build-Off Winner<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://motorcyclecruiser.com/roadtests/2006_harley_davidson_dyna/">Motorcycle Cruiser: 2006 Harley-Davidson Dyna Motorcycles</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1707116435660661229"><img src="http://aycu15.webshots.com/image/2454/1707116435660661229_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"I recently spent a day riding Harley-Davidson's 2006 motorcycles. Naturally, I spent most of my time on the bikes that were new for 2006, including the new Dyna models, notably the 35th Anniversary Super Glide and the Street Bob. If you have read our preview of the 2006 Harleys, you know that Harley substantially changed the Dyna series motorcycles for 2006. "</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.motoring.co.za/index.php?fSectionId=910&fArticleId=3225597">motoring.co.za: Glide is a state of mind</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1978834787984300180"><img src="http://aycu39.webshots.com/image/518/1978834787984300180_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"It took me 20 minutes longer than usual to get to work, even though the traffic was lighter than usual. The reason: I was riding a Harley-Davidson FLHTCUI Ultra Classic Electra Glide. Not because it's slow &#8211; it'll do an honest 160km/h if you give it some space &#8211; but because it's so big. It's nearly as long as its name and so wide that I couldn't get between the cars, which was why I was late for work."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.jockeyjournal.com/?p=83">Jockey Journal: The Wall Of Death</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1273309119650297899"><img src="http://aycu29.webshots.com/image/1068/1273309119650297899_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"A post by sojerscaper on the board inspired me to research some of the great vintage &#8220;Wall of Death&#8221; acts. These crazed hoodlums from England started with thier fun in the 1920&rsquo;s after being inspired by the American board track racers of the day. By the 1930&rsquo;s, the idea had taken off and there were over 20 tracks setting up around the world and entertaining the masses. It got so popular that acts had to differentiate themselves by grabbing bigger and bigger sacks. Some of the more memorable acts include taking a lion around the wall in a sidecart and pulling a bear around on rollerskates&#8230; Yes, yes&#8230; crazy fuckers."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/bikebarn/PageViewer.asp?PageID=957">bikernet.com: The Bitch Slap Biker Build-Off Winner</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1078760064465249170"><img src="http://aycu18.webshots.com/image/1417/1078760064465249170_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"The two builders and their teams met in Two Harbors Minnesota on Tuesday (6/13/2006) in preparation for the ride that started at the Split Rock Lighthouse just north of the rock, on Wednesday morning at sunup. The lighthouse is approximately 100 miles south of Canada on Lake Superior and very scenic. Oh YEAH! It was Leather and or Thermal weather. The motorcycles were first seen by each contestant and the crews at that time. They were beautiful, well built and as different as night and day, as was the builders. Gypsy the small blond female and Kim the tall large male. The motorcycles were reflective of each builder. Engine shot "</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1150805790713000122006-06-20T14:16:00.000+02:002006-06-20T14:16:31.103+02:00Billy Lane: The Chronic - 2006 Suzuki M109R - Why bikes are better than girls! - atomiccustom El Diablo<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.choppersinc.com/html/bikes.asp?bikeid=50">Billy Lane: The Chronic</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1541808736922533583"><img src="http://aycu23.webshots.com/image/1382/1541808736922533583_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"Billy's third hubless bike! Watch for it at events in 2006. Billy's mechanical engineering education helped him turn this fantasy technology into reality. Specs: 1945 H-D Flathead, custom water-cooled, 80 cubic inch, Magneto, S&S L-Model Carb, custom exhaust. 1968 H-D Transmission, suicide shift. Santee rigid frame 43 degree rake, 4" forward, 6" up, Choppers INC Titty Bars, Lucky's Choppers fender (customized by Billy). Denvers Choppers front end. Extreme Machine front wheel. Dunlop tires. Choppers INC Trucker Girl Taglite, Six-Gun foot pegs, and traffic cop (ball-pein hammer). Leather seat by Ryan Edwards."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/roadtests/PageViewer.asp?PageID=953">Bikernet.com: 2006 Suzuki M109R</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1116555630433614106"><img src="http://aycu05.webshots.com/image/2044/1116555630433614106_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"Yeahs -<br />Powerplant - smooth yet gnarly<br />Styling - I dig the Batman/dragster look<br />Rear Tire - bigger is better in this case<br /><br />Nays-<br />Give me mid-mount controls<br />How much is that rear tire to replace?<br />What, no cupholders? "</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://blog.myspace.com/busabike">myspace.com: Why bikes are better than girls!</a></b><br><br><blockquote>"Motorcycles always feel like going for a ride." Get them all <b><a href="http://blog.myspace.com/busabike">HERE</a></b></blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.atomiccustom.com/ed_bike.html">atomiccustom: El Diablo</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1749463100692821910"><img src="http://aycu35.webshots.com/image/194/1749463100692821910_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"Atomic Custom Inc. is dedicated to building custom traditional styled bikes, one at a time. Our bikes are built to last, and we use only top quality components. If you want a truly one of a kind custom, contact Trent. All work is guaranteed and bikes come ready to ride."</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1150719389298840942006-06-19T14:16:00.000+02:002006-06-19T14:16:29.426+02:00Spartan Sporty - FRC - Puta de Oro - LATE NIGHT RIDE - Bad Ass Mutant Buell<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://streetchopperweb.com/features/0206_sportster_2000/">Street Chopper: Spartan Sporty</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1569688140954050982"><img src="http://aycu38.webshots.com/image/77/1569688140954050982_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"With all of the big-name bike builders out there who are willing to put together choppers, we sometimes forget how cheap and easy building a chopper really is. It isn't necessary to throw down $30,000 for a cool chop. A good example of this fact is Rich Nogueira's custom chopped Sporty. Rich had been into bikes for the majority of his life and always had a least one Harley in his garage at any given time. He had never been able to afford a new bike, but he still loved what he did have, even though they all had previous owners. Similar to most H-D enthusiasts, Rich went to local bike shows and often dreamt about owning a chopper whenever he drooled over the pages of his favorite custom bike magazines."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.flyritechoppers.com/Pg/puta4sale.html">FRC - Puta de </a>Oro</b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1429784777145710663"><img src="http://aycu22.webshots.com/image/701/1429784777145710663_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"This motorcycle was built for the 2006 el Diablo Run. It made the trip, won the show, came back home, and now it&rsquo;s for sale. The trip was trouble free. The Puta de Oro is a one of a kind motorcycle. It will title as a Flyrite Chopper (easy finance and easier insurance). It has a 93 cu. in. S&S generator shovel with a Super E carburetor. Electrics are by Cycle Electric with a Morris magneto. Kick start only 4 speed transmission and a open primary (belt). Final drive is a 530 O-ring chain that spins a FRC SpeedLine Roket with DUAL rear calipers (polished)."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/news/newsarch.asp?Article=061506-3">Bikernet.com: LATE NIGHT RIDE</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1094096762606073801"><img src="http://aycu09.webshots.com/image/1808/1094096762606073801_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"LATE NIGHT RIDE--<br />Turn Of The Key<br />Flick Of A Switch<br />Push Of A Button<br />She Roars To Life<br /><br />Tighten My Gloves<br />Drop Down My<br />Orange Colored Shades<br />I Look Ahead As<br />The Headlight Shows Me<br />The Way<br /><br />Burp The Throttle<br />Pull In The Clutch<br />Ease into First Gear<br />Rock The Throttle<br />As I Ease Out The Clutch<br /><br />Taking Her Slow And Easy<br />I Head Down The Road<br />As I Try To Avoid<br />University's Pot Holes<br /><br />Turning On To 58<br />I Give Her A Little Goose,<br />Across A Patch Of Hidden Sand<br />But She Didn&acirc;&euro;&trade;t Come Loose<br />Out To Uncle Dales I Ride<br /><br />We Talk About Choppers,<br />Rat Rods, And How<br />Wallcott's Truck Show<br />Is Coming Up Soon<br /><br />I Finish My Drink<br />Then I'm On My Way<br />Time To Head On Home<br />And Put The Bike Away<br />Until Tomorrow Brings<br />Another Day<br /><br />-- Joshua Griffith"<br />panheadjosh74@hotmail.com "</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/bikebarn/PageViewer.asp?PageID=550">Bikernet: Bad Ass Mutant Buell</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1655087256267226464"><img src="http://aycu09.webshots.com/image/1808/1655087256267226464_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"Justin Schilling, of <a href="http://www.twobitchoppers.com/"><b>Two-Bit Choppers</b></a>, recently completed this Buell conversion for a customer, Randy Carlson, out of Bend, Oregon. &#8220;Of course Bend is ground zero for BMC,&#8221; Justin said, &#8220;and Randy was actually good friends with many of Big Mike's crew, so buying a scoot from an out-of-town shop wasn't something to be taken lightly.&#8221; Randy however was looking to have something built that would slap the blacked-out Hooligan status quo in the face. A bike that could stand out in a crowd where stock Harleys are in the minority, and clean production customs are the norm."</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1150566905039215742006-06-17T19:55:00.000+02:002006-06-17T19:55:05.046+02:00Perewitz Bike Night June 21st<ul><br /><li><b><a href="https://www.perewitz.com/default.asp">Perewitz</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1776193540723940634"><img src="http://aycu21.webshots.com/image/340/1776193540723940634_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"Hey,<br />Come join us for our Bike Night Wednesday June 21st from 6-9 pm on the first day of summer. Discovery Channel will be here LIVE filming for another Biker Build-off. We will have food, temporary tattoos, entertainment, burnouts and lots more! Come by and see the excitement and maybe get on TV!! Next week will be the first of 3 film segments capturing the build. It will be aired mid September. Our bike nights will continue throughout the summer on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Come show your motorcycle spirit. Hope to see you at Perewitz Bike Night! "</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1150566519780150392006-06-17T19:48:00.000+02:002006-06-17T19:50:49.876+02:00Choppahead Bikes - DicE MAGAZINE Issue 10 - stuckincustoms - V10 - Cycle Tramp<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.choppahead.com/storytype.php3?id_storytype=19?start=0&perpage=3">Choppahead Bikes</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1508623900501400171"><img src="http://aycu03.webshots.com/image/1722/1508623900501400171_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"We build anything from classic styled kustoms to raw, gritty, hardcore mayhem machines. And, we can work with almost ANY budget. Whether you got 6k or 60k to drop! We are lowdown chopper trash ourselves and don't feel you should have to remortgage your house to get a kool kustom motorcycle. We've been featured in national and international magazines like The Horse Backstreet Choppers, Hardcore Chopper, Chopper Underground, Wrench, etc. (see our Media section coming soon to this site); and have taken numerous trophy's at shows. Our bikes speak for themselves. Check out some of our work in the photos below. So if you want a kickass kustom sickle built for you, shoot an e-mail to truth@choppahead.com or call (617)283-5970 and we can get into the details... Peep below for flicks of Choppahead crew/extended fam bikes and general jackassiness..."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.dicemagazine.com/themagazine.html">DicE MAGAZINE Issue 10</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1588587259637555692"><img src="http://aycu30.webshots.com/image/349/1588587259637555692_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"What do you get if you cross Tom Selleck from the film '3 Men and a baby' with Anna Nicole Smith who..er..has the brain of a baby? erm hello people, it would be, without a doubt, the best ever dream woman! Not only would she have the best Cones around, but she would also be cruising the most killer of all moustaches...the Dick Broom! Until that happens though, stop messing about and go out and get the latest copy of DicE...With an all new format and 76 FULL COLOUR PAGES (!!!!!!!!!!) oh and it looks more mental than Courney Loves face! Hoorah!"</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/stuckincustoms/tags/harleydavidson/">flickr: stuckincustoms</a></b><br><img src="http://static.flickr.com/68/164641943_de4c2ea76f.jpg?v=0" title="" width="320" border="2"><br><blockquote>Stunning pictures</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.oliepeil.nl/archief/2006/06/v12_motor.php">Oliepeil: V10 motor</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1418974645688617530"><img src="http://aycu05.webshots.com/image/1964/1418974645688617530_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>Find more strange motorcycle vehicles <b><a href="http://strangevehicles.com/content/category/100003_1.html">HERE</a></b></blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://community.livejournal.com/motorcycles/1533878.html">Livejournal motorcycles</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1905314957570391169"><img src="http://aycu12.webshots.com/image/931/1905314957570391169_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>I liked this poster ... </blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1150119766883563242006-06-12T15:42:00.000+02:002006-06-13T08:25:38.556+02:00Isto Omega - Softail Standard - 250 Chopper - Sands Takes Down Rooke<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/bikebarn/PageViewer.asp?PageID=933">Bikernet.com: Isto Omega The Best Bike In Scandinavia</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1449369100051250049"><img src="http://aycu35.webshots.com/image/434/1449369100051250049_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>" A rolling work of art it would easily be at home on the road or mounted on a pedestal in New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/roadtests/PageViewer.asp?PageID=930">Bikernet.com: The 2006 Softail Standard</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1236901420963724913"><img src="http://aycu39.webshots.com/image/2318/1236901420963724913_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"I don&rsquo;t know if it was the blue pill the doctor gave me, or that red Softail the fleet center loaned Bikernet, but my life hasn&rsquo;t been the same since. My flaming pile-of-shit-of-a- existence wasn&rsquo;t heading anywhere. I sold my last bike to help support my music habit. I needed a descant stack to compete on a pro level. But good equipment is no match for unreliable band members. When you sell your soul for something, make sure your fate is in your hands alone, otherwise you will find nothing but disillusionment."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/roadtests/PageViewer.asp?PageID=920">Bikernet.com: 250 Chopper</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1621561794652303341"><img src="http://aycu39.webshots.com/image/1238/1621561794652303341_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"The Spyder 250 as the name implies features a 250cc twin cylinder, four stroke power-plant that brings the bike, as Johnny says, &#8220;comfortably up to speeding ticket speeds.&#8221; While not aimed at breaking land speed records, the custom chopper will cruise all day and sips gas at 65 mpg. Specs include a dry weight of 360 lb. and a 73-inch wheelbase, a Softail-type suspension with an adjustable seat height of 20-23 inches, chromed alloy rims, 21-inch front and 16-inch rear tires, rated load of 1000lbs., and a 4.2 gallon fuel tank. Colors include candy red, blue, silver and black all with silver flames and an all black model."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.fastdates.com/IronLaceNews.HTM">FastDates.com: Sands Takes Down Rooke in 2006 Discovery Biker Build Off</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1720365101450376001"><img src="http://aycu20.webshots.com/image/819/1720365101450376001_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"Former AMA MotoGP Champion-Turned Master Builder Leans on Racing Expertise to Defeat Jesse Rooke in the Garage and on the Track"</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1149623243418155602006-06-06T21:47:00.000+02:002006-06-06T21:48:00.123+02:00"ArtBiker" Big Art Opening in Laconia - Motorcycle mania - Jesse James - Exile's 10th Anniversary<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.artbiker.com/">Matthew "ArtBiker" Linton: FREE BEER and exhibition at the Belknap Mill in Laconia</a></b><br><img src="http://aycu34.webshots.com/image/633/1729731259739472397_rs.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><blockquote>"ArtBiker is having another big show... We will be putting up an exhibition at the Belknap Mill in Laconia, NH. This show will run during Laconia Motorcycle Week and there will be a reception for the artists on Sunday, June 11th. Please stop by to see the show and, if you are there on Sunday, please come by to meet the artists in person. Show Runs from June 10th - 18th and is FREE! Artist Reception Sunday, June 11th from 11-1 Snacks provided and FREE BEER until the keg runs dry! There will be a parade at 1:00 w/ the Budweiser's Clydesdales and vintage bikes... Races from 1:30-4:30. The Gallery will be open until 6pm.<br /></blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.auburnjournal.com/articles/2006/06/02/news/top_stories/03bikers_2.txt">Motorcycle mania - Expo to highlight female riders is first of its kind</a></b><br><br><blockquote>"This weekend the Gold Country Fairgrounds will rattle and shake as thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts converge on Auburn for a big-time get together. However, this isn't the same ol' biker gathering. Touted as the first of its kind in the United States, the 2006 Women's Motorcycle Expo will touch down this Saturday and Sunday, featuring bikes, clinics, artists, music, food and much more. Promoters are expecting as many as 15,000 participants during the two-day event that is drawing folks from as far away as Boston, Mass."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernewsonline.com/2006/06/chopper-builder-jesse-james-opens.htm">Biker News: Chopper Builder Jesse James Opens Health Food Restaurant</a></b><br><img src="http://aycu02.webshots.com/image/1921/1811923465941432557_rs.jpg" title="" width="320" border="2"><br><blockquote>"Jesse James, the chopper builder and star of Discovery Channel's "Monster Garage", has opened up a health-conscious, environment-friendly, hamburger joint."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=3070903&blogID=129074095">Myspace.com Attila: Exile's 10th Anniversary + Russell's party (70+ pics)</a></b><br><img src="http://aycu22.webshots.com/image/941/1874978016631845065_rs.jpg" title="" border="2"><br><blockquote>"Don't even attempt this if you're on a dial up. On second thought, go grab a cold one - the load time should be worth it. People flew in from around the country. Pro builders in attendence: Chica, Eddie Trotta, Redneck Engineering, SuperCo Customs, Matt Hotch, Sugar Bear, Arlen & Corey Ness, Jesse Rooke, Todd's Cycle, Central Coast Customs, Blak Flag, Billy Lane, amongst several others no doubt. This was THE place to be. Magazine coverage included Hot Bike, Tattoo Savage, and The Horse: Backstreet Choppers. Look for much better pictures from Hammer in The Horse and consider this a precursor."</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1149252759432814742006-06-02T14:52:00.000+02:002006-06-02T14:54:48.733+02:00Motorcycling spiritual meaning - Boss Hoss - Buell Ulysses - Ironhorse Texas Chopper - HD Musem - modernmechanix<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.thestarpress.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2006606010328">StarPress: Motorcycling has spiritual meaning for the Pinkertons</a></b><br><br><blockquote>"Becky and Charlie Pinkerton say riding their motorcycle helps them weather the bumps along life's highway. Recently, the couple completed their fifth "Run For the Son" 100-mile ride to raise money for the Christian Motorcyclists Association, an international non-profit ministry.They also are members of Harley Davidson Owners Group. "It's not a social thing," Charlie said about the CMA. "We gather once a month and we have breakfast and prayer.""</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.riderreport.com/output.cfm?id=1106929">rider: Boss Hoss To Cruise The Streets At Americade</a></b><br><img src="http://www.riderreport.com/ts-mcr/images/elements/1106929_350rear.jpg?wid=300&cvt=jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><blockquote>"Every <a href="http://www.bosshoss.com/">Boss Hoss</a> is engineered for total performance, not just speed, and has 3-4 times the power of any production bike in the world. The upgraded line of 2006 bikes and trikes features sleek rounded front and rear fenders. For increased visibility, transmission positioned indicator lights have been added to the dash mounted LED display on all models. LED lighting, known for its durability and long life, will now be used for all bike signal lights, and new models will also include a serpentine belt system for the alternator. For added comfort, the once optional Mustang trike seat has now been made standard on the new 2006 models. Boss Hoss Cycles are easy to handle and feature 2-speed automatic transmissions with a &lsquo;real&rsquo; reverse. Boss Hoss bikes and trikes are available in 355 or 502 horsepower."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.usridernews.com/absolutenm/templates/News.asp?articleid=128&zoneid=1">rider: Buell Ulysses nominated Best New Engineered</a></b><br><br><blockquote>"Nominated for transforming the ultra short 52 inch wheelbase of the XB12 Lightning sportbike into an adventure touring bike with real off-highway capabilities. The XB series Buells were already engineering innovations with their massive aluminum frames doubling as fuel tanks, swingarms serving as oil reservoirs and their unique &#8220;inside-out&#8221; disc brakes. Even the big-can under engine muffl er, once considered a curiosity, has now found vindication as both Yamaha and Suzuki are using similar designs on their latest sportbikes."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.usridernews.com/absolutenm/templates/News.asp?articleid=124&zoneid=1">rider: Ironhorse Anniversary Texas Chopper Nominted Best New Style Bike for 2006</a></b><br><img src="http://www.usridernews.com/absolutenm/articlefiles/124-AIH-TX-Chopper-Anniv.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><blockquote>"<a href="http://www.americanironhorse.com/flashweb/index.html">American IronHorse</a> Special Edition 10th Anniversary Texas Chopper is nominated Best New Style for 2006 for creating a 125 of a kind killer custom. At $50,000, this bike isn&rsquo;t going to win any Best Buy awards, but from a purely stylistic viewpoint, this baby is the Pamela Anderson of motorcycles. It&rsquo;s so sexy that it makes men, women and small children stop and gawk (Exactly what Pam used to do before Tommy Lee). From the S&S 124 engine with diamond cut, black powder coated heads and cylinders, to the chrome V handlebars and matching custom painted billet headlight to the show stopping all chrome frame, this bike has &lsquo;tude to spare."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://today.reuters.com/investing/financeArticle.aspx?type=bondsNews&storyID=2006-06-01T215444Z_01_N01390242_RTRIDST_0_MANUFACTURING-HARLEYDAVIDSON-MUSEUM.XML">REUTERS: Harley-Davidson breaks ground on $70 million museum</a></b><br><br><blockquote>"MILWAUKEE, June 1 (Reuters) - Harley-Davidson Inc. (HDI.N: Quote, Profile, Research), the U.S. motorcycle maker, broke ground here on Thursday on a new museum that it hopes will become a shrine for its loyal riders -- and a place of conversion for a whole new generation of customers."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://news.motorbiker.org/blogs.nsf/dx/06022006094146MWEB2P.htm">Bikes in the Fast Lane: Video: Harley-Davidson Commercial Ad</a></b><br><br><blockquote>Don&acute;t miss this. Fun!</blockquote></li><br /><li><b>modernmechanix: Vintage Ads</b><br><br><blockquote><a href="http://blog.modernmechanix.com/2006/05/22/harley-davidson-ad-fore-wheel-brake/">Harley Davidson Ad: Fore-wheel brake</a>, <a href="http://blog.modernmechanix.com/2006/05/23/seeks-300-mph-with-motorcycle-powered-by-auto-engine/">Seeks 300 m.p.h. With Motorcycle Powered By Auto Engine</a> and <a href="http://blog.modernmechanix.com/2006/06/01/happy-days-are-here-again/">Happy Days are Here Again</a></blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1149177147778359032006-06-01T17:52:00.000+02:002006-06-01T17:52:27.810+02:00Barnett's Magazine - DBBP.COM: Mike van Lierop's bobber - Muscular Dystrophy Charity Chopper<ul><br /><li><b>Barnett's Magazine: <a href="http://www.motorcycleshowcase.com/RoadTests/RoadTest48/index.html">Harley-Davidson's Street-Rod</a>, <a href="http://www.motorcycleshowcase.com/BikeNews/Issue48/Dreamcraft/index.html">Dreamcraft Studios</a>, <a href="http://www.motorcycleshowcase.com/PhotoGallery/Issue48/BillyLane/output/index.html">Billy Lane/Choppers, Inc. "Spooky"</a>, <br /><a href="http://www.motorcycleshowcase.com/PhotoGallery/Issue48/KnuckOLution/output/index.html">H&D Chopper Doctors: "Knuck-O-Lution"</a></b><br><img src="http://www.motorcycleshowcase.com/BikeNews/Images/Issue48/Dreamcraft/THSaga.jpg" title="" border="2"><br><img src="http://www.motorcycleshowcase.com/PhotoGallery/Issue48/BillyLane/images/BLane13.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><img src="http://www.motorcycleshowcase.com/PhotoGallery/Issue48/KnuckOLution/images/KnckLutn07.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><blockquote>"Harley-Davidson's Street-Rod: A Couple of Degrees Here and There Can Make a Big Difference - Harley-Davidson Street RodWhen the first V-Rod came out four years ago, I loved the new motor and transmission. The bike was turbine smooth, the motor put out tons of real world, useable horsepower and the tranny shifted great. Now in their fourth year, I think most of the country has had the same experience we have had here in El Paso with these bikes: super high durability and pretty much zero trouble. I don’t think we’ve had a V-Rod motor apart for any reason and we’ve sold at least a hundred and fifty of them. The Motor Company hit a home run in both design and assembly with its Revolution motor."<br><br><br>"<a href="http://www.dreamcraftstudios.com/">Dreamcraft Studios</a> of Ontario, CA, the industry's newest premier custom motorcycle design company, is excited to announce that it has entered into a unique agreement with Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, one of the world's largest and most prestigious gambling resorts attended by millions of visitors annually. The agreement appoints Caesars Palace as the exclusive U.S. dealership for Dreamcraft custom commissioned motorcycles."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://216.118.118.21//dbbp/coolest/ip.html">DBBP.COM: Mike van Lierop's bobber</a></b><br><img src="http://216.118.118.21//dbbp/coolest/ip06.gif" title="" border="2"><br><blockquote>"This supercool Early Shovel beauty started its life as one of the Rogues' bikes, and was recently given a makeover by my friend Ronnie Breuer of Iron Pit for the new owner Mike. The pinstriping was done by El Cheapo. At the Rogues Choppershow a few weeks ago it took first place, congratulations guys!"</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=3350&Page=1">MotorcycleUSA.com: Muscular Dystrophy Charity Chopper</a></b><br><img src="http://photos.motorcycle-usa.com/Web/mdffchopper.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><blockquote>"The one-of-a-kind MDFF Chopper from <b><a href="http://www.orangecountychoppers.com/">Orange County Chopper</a></b> roared to life and echoed throughout the streets of Indianapolis in it's official unveiling memorial Day weekend. The event marked the start of a summer-long campaign that will have the chopper crisscrossing the Midwest and beyond in a fundraiser to support thousands of families who receive assistance from the Muscular Dystrophy Family Foundation (MDFF). Hundreds of motorcycle enthusiasts were on hand to catch their first glimpse and to buy raffle tickets at the downtown Indianapolis Hyatt Friday through Sunday."</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1149089248765514692006-05-31T17:27:00.000+02:002006-05-31T17:27:28.896+02:00American Motorcycle 1902 Builds Hooters Bike - Buell Motorcycles Sweep ASRA Thunderbike Podium - Odd trike - International Journal of Motorcycle Studies<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/roadtests/PageViewer.asp?PageID=918">Bikernet.com: American Motorcycle 1902 Builds Hooters Bike</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1367984414539227931"><img src="http://aycu24.webshots.com/image/1743/1367984414539227931_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"Introducing "The Original" a custom built Ol School Bobber manufactured by American Motorcycle Co. 1902 for the new Hooters Casino Hotel in Las Vegas, NV.. This custom built motorcycle will be used in the promotion of this years 2006 Las Vegas BikeFest&trade;. Registration to win this exciting motorcycle will take place at the Casino during the month prior to the event."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.rubbermag.com/news/0605/060530_03n.html">Rubbermag: Buell Motorcycles Sweep ASRA Thunderbike Podium</a></b><br><blockquote>"Bilansky, Bemisderfer and Estok Dominate at Summit Point � West Virginia's Summit Point Raceway was the site of a dominating Memorial Day Weekend performance by Buell riders who swept the podium in the American SportBike Racing Association's (ASRA) Thunderbike class. Hal's H-D/Buell � Hal's Speed Shop rider Dan Bilansky took the victory on Monday from pole position, with Harley-Davidson/Buell of Frederick's Bryan Bemisderfer and Veatch Motorsports rider Dave Estok filling the final steps on the podium."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://flickr.com/photos/adamrice/156631264/">Flickr adamrice: Odd trike</a></b><br><img src="http://static.flickr.com/78/156632603_089c8ae98f.jpg?v=0" title="" width="300" border="2"><br></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://ijms.nova.edu/index.html">International Journal of Motorcycle Studies</a></b><br><br><blockquote>"The International Journal of Motorcycle Studies (IJMS) is dedicated to the study and discussion of motorcycling culture in all its forms&#8212;from the experience of riding and racing to the history of the machine, the riders and design to the images of motorcycling and motorcyclists in film, advertising and literature. We welcome submissions on all areas related to the cultural phenomenon of motorcycling. We invite contributions from all members of the motorcycling community." Read their articles <b><a href="http://ijms.nova.edu/March2006/">HERE</a></b> or try <a href="http://ijms.nova.edu/July2005/IJMS_RT.Sutherland.html">Forty Years Later: Hunter S. Thompson's Hell's Angels</a>, <a href="http://ijms.nova.edu/July2005/IJMS_RT.Kieffner.html">Myth, Reality, and Revenge in Hunter S. Thompson&rsquo;s Hells Angels</a> or <a href="http://ijms.nova.edu/November2005/IJMS_Artcl.Dulaney.html">A Brief History of "Outlaw" Motorcycle Clubs</a>. Serious stuff.</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1149013395054504182006-05-30T20:23:00.000+02:002006-05-30T20:28:56.676+02:00Legend of The Airplane Motorcycle - Panheads Forever - Cool Bike - California Choppers<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/bikebarn/PageViewer.asp?PageID=912">Bikernet.com: Legend of The Airplane Motorcycle</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1639680755131407110"><img src="http://aycu31.webshots.com/image/270/1639680755131407110_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>"Here&rsquo;s the deal, stirred up a couple of weeks ago with one shot of the above motorcycle, based on a seven-cylinder Rotec rotary airplane engine. Rumors spread quickly and we received another shot of an inline 8-cylinder airplane-based, rotary- engine motorcycle."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.jockeyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6133&&showall=1">jockeyjournal.com: Panheads Forever</a></b><br><img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v212/richiepan/pan2.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><blockquote>"I took these pics over 15 years ago of two of the coolest pans that have ever run the streets! By far the hottest pair of pans. Wheelie pullin - ape hangin - jockey shifting bikes! - I call stilll see the orange pan pullin a wheelie outside of mrs jays in asbury at 3:00 in the morning right in front of a cop car! Everywhere you went you would see one of these bikes rippin rubber and spillin oil. These bike and the guys that rode them were what bikers were all about then and now. its hard to top these two no bullshit Rides! Enjoy!"</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/91447/sets/72157594148577629/">Flickr: lramirezphotography</a></b><br><a href="http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/viewimage?imageID=1683598853971889761"><img src="http://aycu11.webshots.com/image/930/1683598853971889761_rs.jpg" alt="Free Image Hosting at allyoucanupload.com"/></a><br><blockquote>Cool Bike!</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.californiachoppers.com/index.html">California Choppers</a></b><br><img src="http://www.californiachoppers.com/chopshop/bikes/6.jpg" title="" border="2" width="300"><br><img src="http://www.californiachoppers.com/chopshop/bikes/1.jpg" title="" border="2" width="300"><br><blockquote>"Home of the Frisco-Style Chopper, our shop is the culmination of 29 years of motorcycle history. Originally started in 1975 on Valencia Street in the Mission District of San Francisco as a small, locals only storefront shop under the name Frisco Choppers it was acquired by the current owners, Wayne Hodges and Ron Aiello who spent a lot of time and effort expanding the shop and services in various ever larger locations on 3rd street and then 10th Street then, finally , a name change to California Choppers and a brand new 8000 sq foot facilty at its current location at 1490 Howard Street. in 1999."</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1148833567502839342006-05-28T18:26:00.000+02:002006-05-28T18:26:07.510+02:00Harley-Davidson seeks to expand overseas - Are you a biker? - HOG reaches 1 million members - John Deere Trike<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060526/ap_on_bi_ge/harley_davidson_expansion_3">AP: Harley-Davidson seeks to expand overseas</a></b><br><br><blockquote>"MILWAUKEE - With its foray into China under way and an eye toward boosting sales overseas, Harley-Davidson is looking to sell its iconic motorcycles in India and Vietnam. Representatives from the company recently traveled to both countries to meet with government officials, said Tim Hoelter, Harley's vice president of government affairs. The Milwaukee-based company is working with U.S. officials to lessen what Harley sees as two major barriers to entering India &#8212; stringent emissions standards and tariffs of more than 90 percent. Vietnam recently agreed to end its outright ban on large motorcycles and lessen its tariffs more than 60 percent over the coming years, as part of a trade pact with the United States, he said."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.porkster.com/biker_if.html">Porkster: Are you a biker?</a></b><br><br><blockquote>"Are you a biker? Take this simple test. Choose the answers most appropriate to you. (Burp!) The test exists of 38 questions. At the end of the page you can check your score (only when you answer ALL the questions)."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.gazetteextra.com/harleydavidson_owners052506.asp">GazetteExtra: HOG reaches 1 million members</a></b><br><br><blockquote>"The Milwaukee-based company formed its owner's group in 1983 to satisfy rider demand. It reached the half million membership mark in late 1999 and surpassed 1 million earlier this year, spokeswoman Leslie Hudson said. The members are spread out in 130 countries in more than 1,400 chapters, which must be affiliated with dealers. Anyone who owns a Harley is eligible for membership, she said. Passengers, often family members, can be associate members."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://blogs.myrtlebeachonline.com/mbb/2006/05/hot_day_in_atla.html">myrtlebeachonline Biker Blog: John Deere Trike</a></b><br><img src="http://blogs.myrtlebeachonline.com/photos/uncategorized/12satab.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><blockquote>John Deere again, remember <b><a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/2006/05/news-and-links-for-2006-05-08.html">this post</a></b>? Now we have three of them :-)</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1148641032779630682006-05-26T12:57:00.000+02:002006-05-26T12:57:12.916+02:00Old School Special: Blings Cycles - Nash Boys - L.A.County Choprods - Santiago Chopper<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.blingscycles.com/cars_bikes.html">Blings Cycles</a></b><br><img src="http://www.blingscycles.com/images/photos/bikesandcars/dirt_bike/dirtdock2_md.jpg" title="" border="2" width="200"><br><img src="http://www.blingscycles.com/images/photos/bikesandcars/asbury_dirt/thumbs/rightsidebike2.jpg" title="" border="2" width="200"><br><img src="http://www.blingscycles.com/images/photos/bikesandcars/ape/thumbs/IMG_4884_top.jpg" title="" border="2" width="200"><br><blockquote>Cool Old School Bikes made by <b><a href="http://www.blingscycles.com/index.asp">Bling&acute;s Cycles</a></b>.</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.nashmotorcycle.com/nashboys.html">Nash Boys: Libido Bike</a></b><br><img src="http://www.nashmotorcycle.com/images/campbell6.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><blockquote>"<b><a href="http://www.nashmotorcycle.com/">Nash Motorcycle Company</a></b> was established in the spring of 2003. NMC may be a new business, but has been in the works for years. Founded by three brothers; Trent, Taber and Teddy, who own and operate the shop. These brothers have been refining their skills since they were small boys, tinkering in the garage, working on anything they could get there hands on; bikes, cars, lawnmowers, whatever. NMC specializes in one of a kind ground up built motorcycles. NMC bikes are choppers, bobbers and hot rod bikes, mixing the old with the new. "</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.lachoprods.com/fab.html">L.A.County Choprods</a></b><br><img src="http://www.lachoprods.com/images/popups/Beachshoot1.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><img src="http://www.lachoprods.com/images/popups/BC2.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><blockquote>"From Hollywood to Sturgis the streets are buzzing about the rugged art we create at <b><a href="http://www.lachoprods.com/index.html">L.A. County Chop Rods</a></b>. Our custom choppers begin with a biker's dream. From there we set about bringing your vision to life. Through experience and innovation we forge apractical balance between custom and function for a ride that's unique as its rider. If you can stand the attention we've got just the ride you've been dreaming of."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.santiagochopper.com/media/scshtml/iframe/iframeOldskoolt.html">Santiago Chopper: Old Skool Chopper 05</a></b><br><img src="http://www.santiagochopper.com/media/oldskoolchoppers/osc5_3.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><blockquote>"<b><a href="http://www.santiagochopper.com/media/scshtml/home.html">Santiago Chopper</a></b> Specialties has a wide variety of custom parts to add to your bikes. ... and remember It's Not A Bike It's a Chopper."</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1148626225443091372006-05-26T08:50:00.000+02:002006-05-26T08:50:25.566+02:00Ghost Rider- kustomphoto blog - World Championship - BILLY LANE BRANDS EXPANDING - FRED KODLIN<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0259324/">Ghost Rider</a></b><br><img src="http://static.flickr.com/68/153461918_6e8366ea4e_m.jpg" title="" border="2"><br><img src="http://static.flickr.com/62/153465467_ff6c75c74f_m.jpg" title="" border="2"><br><blockquote>"In order to save his dying father, young stunt cyclist Johnny Blaze sells his soul to Mephistopheles and sadly parts from the pure-hearted Roxanne Simpson, the love of his life. Years later, Johnny's path crosses again with Roxanne, now a gogetting reporter, and also with Mephistopheles, who offers to release Johnny's soul if Johnny becomes the fabled, fiery Ghost Rider, a supernatural agent of vengeance and justice. Mephistopheles charges Johnny with defeating the despicable Blackheart, Mephistopheles's nemesis and son, who plans to displace his father and create a new hell even more terrible than the old one."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://kustomphoto.blogspot.com/">kustomphoto blog</a></b><br><img src="http://photos1.blogger.com/blogger/2518/1952/320/vmblackbike.jpg" title="" border="2"><br><blockquote>"Cool pics. Freelance photography...shooting cars, bikes, people & bands."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.amdproshow.com/proshow/content.php?page=news&section=item&id=33123">AMD: Places Filling Fast For World Championship</a></b><br><br><blockquote>"Since entries officially opened last week, fifty bikes have already entered this year's World Championship of Custom Bike Building, which will be held at the Thunderdome, Thunder Road, Sturgis, South Dakota, USA from August 5-7." Visit the <b><a href="http://www.amdproshow.com/forums/index.php">AMD Championships Forum </a></b>with all the news.</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/news/newsarch.asp?Article=052506-1">Bikernet.com: BILLY LANE BRANDS EXPANDING</a></b><br><br><blockquote>"BILLY LANE BRANDS EXPANDING-- As mentioned over past several emails we have had a great deal of great news lately involving Billy Lane's brands. As of now, we are expecting; A. To hear great news from a major network regarding approval a new television series featuring Billy by mid-next week B. Activision is planning to release the Lane Video Game fall '07 C. Harper Collins has just contracted with Mr. Lane to create a book all about him with a Fall 2007 release date D. Billy is filming his 5th Biker Build Off right now in Melbourne E. V-Twin TV, #1 rated show on SPEED Channel on Two-Wheeled Tuesday just aired an episode focused on Lane F. In its 2nd year, Blood Sweat & Gears continues to gain incredible momentum on the road, we have just finished a wildly successful stop in Myrtle Beach G. Billy and I leave June 30 for Germany to visit with the wounded soldiers on their way back to the US from Iraq. The USO reached out to us after hearing about BSG. They are even planning to show the DVD on base while Lane is in country. H. That's just the tip of the iceberg In 2007 we hope to accomplish many, many great things, but most importantly we will focus on three key needle movers; 1. Series on television 2. Blood Sweat & Gears Tour (3rd Year), national presence at major rallies. 3. Choppers Inc relocation a. We are beginning plans for a new building in Melbourne as well as a 2nd retail location in Daytona Beach "</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernet.com/news/newsarch.asp?Article=052506-1">Bikernet.com: CUSTOM CHROME ANNNOUNCES DESIGN PARTNERSHIP WITH LEGENDARY EUROPEAN BUILDER FRED KODLIN</a></b><br><img src="http://www.bikernet.com/news/images/PhotoID20220.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><blockquote>"CUSTOM CHROME ANNNOUNCES DESIGN PARTNERSHIP WITH LEGENDARY EUROPEAN BUILDER FRED KODLIN-- Custom Chrome, a division of Global Motorsport Group, Inc., has announced a new strategic design partnership with legendry European motorcycle builder Fred Kodlin. Kodlin will join other industry notable designers like Rick Doss and John Reed to create high-quality, innovative new parts and accessories for Twin Cam model motorcycles to be manufactured and distributed by Custom Chrome globally. Fred Kodlin stormed the US market with his unique design and build talents back in 1990 when he came to the US for the first time and won the Rat's Hole Show. From that point on, Fred became what we in the US call a Master Builder and since then has continued to wow bike builders and enthusiasts across the US and globally. Kodlin maintains his motorcycle business in Germany and welcomes visitors from across the world daily. "I am looking forward to the new alliance with Custom Chrome and to developing world class parts for Twin Cam models. This new partnership will set the standard for all things Twin Cam. My first designs will be available in the 2007 Custom Chrome catalog" Kodlin explained. To learn more about Fred Kodlin please visit: <a href="http://www.kodlin.com">www.kodlin.com</a>"</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1148554859208660932006-05-25T13:00:00.000+02:002006-05-25T13:06:31.773+02:00Hall of Fame announces 2006 inductees - Harley Davidson Ride Atlas of North America - Tomahawk Motorbike<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.clutchandchrome.com/News/May/News0524061000.htm#when:00:10:06PM">Clutch and Chrome: Hall of Fame announces 2006 inductees</a></b><br><img src="http://www.motorcyclemuseum.org/halloffame/class2006/images/Burt_Munro375.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><blockquote>"The Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum today announced nine new members for induction into the Motorcycle Hall of Fame, with ceremonies scheduled for Saturday evening, October 7, 2006. Each year, the <b><a href="http://www.motorcyclemuseum.org/news/2006/class06.asp">Motorcycle Hall of Fame</a></b> recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to motorcycling, including those known for their contributions to road riding, off-road riding and all categories of racing, as well as those who have excelled in business, history, design and engineering."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernewsonline.com/2006/05/harley-davidson-ride-atlas-of-north.htm">Biker News Online: Harley Davidson Ride Atlas of North America</a></b><br><br><blockquote>"It's packed with definitive maps of secondary roads, road construction information, local motorcycle laws and an expansive mileage directory, into a compact 8.5-inch by 11-inch ride atlas fits snugly into a saddlebag. Wrapped in a black, rubber-like, touche cover are 284 pages of four-color maps, mileage charts, city indexes and descriptions of motorcyclist-tested rides in the United States. The Harley-Davidson Ride Atlas is packed with in-depth descriptions, custom trip maps and essential rider tips for 25 key rides nationwide. The scenic rides take motorcyclists off the beaten path -- to the coves, hollows and water gaps of North Carolina's Blue Ridge Parkway, through the towering oaks and cedars of Texas Hill Country, and past the emerald lakes and swift streams of the Cascade Range in northern California."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://bigsword.tripod.com/~bigsword/motorbikes/motorbikes.html">bigsword: The Dodge Tomahawk Motorbike</a></b><br><img src="http://static.flickr.com/48/152986207_e94f696d74_m.jpg" title="" border="2"><br><blockquote>"The Viper-powered Dodge Tomahawk concept vehicle shatters all the barriers of conventional thinking about personal transportation. This four-wheel, single-passenger vehicle is a sleek, rolling sculpture that combines art-deco styling with extreme engineering. The 500 Horsepower Viper V-10 engine powering the dual rear wheels gives this radical vehicle a potential top speed of nearly 400 miles per hour - for anyone who wants to test it. The Tomahawk roared into public view at the North American International Auto Show." <b><a href="http://www.oliepeil.nl/archief/2006/05/tomahawkwas_da.php">via Oliepeil</a></b> See video <b><a href="http://www.wimp.com/tomahawk/">HERE</a></b></blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1148461535462338232006-05-24T11:05:00.000+02:002006-05-24T11:05:35.620+02:00BUELL RIDERS `BLISSFUL' TOUR<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.insidebikes.com/news/archives_2000/news_details.asp?id=4583">insidebikes: BUELL RIDERS `BLISSFUL' TOUR</a></b><br><img src="http://www.insidebikes.com/news/admin/images/news/BlissBuell.jpg" title="" border="2"><br><blockquote>"The word from Buell UK; 10 Capital Cities in 10 days for BLISS Goes Live Sat 27 May 2006 Tom Johnson and Rob Dransfield will be taking on their extreme challenge with the help of two Buell Ulysses XB12X Adventure Sport motorcycles on Saturday 27 May as they leave London to complete their 4,000 mile journey to raise &pound;30,000 for premature baby charity BLISS." ... "For further information, or to pledge your support for Tom and Rob&rsquo;s journey, please visit <a href="http://www.10in10.co.uk/">www.10in10.co.uk</a> or visit <a href="http://www.bliss.org.uk/">www.bliss.org.uk</a>"</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19692184.post-1148300360474350472006-05-22T14:19:00.000+02:002006-05-22T14:20:09.240+02:00Harley-Davidson Eyes India - El Segundo - Roland Sands - PEZ Chopper - Billy Lane<ul><br /><li><b><a href="http://homepage.mac.com/gegomez/blogwavestudio/LH20050304120358/LHA20060517201158/index.html">Miles and Smiles: Harley-Davidson Eyes India</a></b><br><blockquote>"Harley-Davidson Motor Company, the US-based maker of iconic sportster and cruise motorcycles, has set its eyes on the Indian market. Harley-Davidson will look at tapping the Indian market by using the import route. In the first week of this month, the company&rsquo;s executives were here, making the rounds of the commerce ministry. Their agenda was to find out the government&rsquo;s intent regarding the emission norms on high-end motorcycles and to seek a reduction in Customs duty on the bikes, says government officials."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.threetwochoppers.com/ElSegundo.html">threetwochoppers: El Segundo</a></b><br><img src="http://www.threetwochoppers.com/images/ElSegundo/thumb_ElSegundo-18.jpg" title="" border="2"><br><blockquote>"Innovation is a very basic concept. You either set the trends, or you follow them."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://thekneeslider.com/archives/2006/05/19/roland-sands-wins-2006-biker-build-off/">thekneeslider: Roland Sands Wins 2006 Biker Build Off</a></b><br><img src="http://static.flickr.com/49/151126108_ccdc9fd794_m.jpg" title="" border="2"><br><blockquote>"It will be very interesting to see how the rest of the bike builders respond to this change of direction. We may see some drop by the wayside as they find themselves unable to build something that works and there may be a rise of a whole new breed of bike builder, individuals that have taken the time to learn about motorcycle dynamics. I know to most of us around here, this is refreshing, I&rsquo;m just all smiles!" <b><a href="http://www.rolandsands.com/">Roland Sands</a></b></blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://www.bikernewsonline.com/2006/05/pez-chopper.htm">BNO</a> and <a href="http://uncagedlibrarian.blogspot.com/2006/05/pez-motorcycle-from-orange-county.html">Uncaged Librarian</a>: PEZ Chopper</b><br><img src="http://www.collectinghq.com/im/0007310.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><blockquote>"Orange County Choppers, Inc., the group behind the American Chopper television show, is constructing this <b><a href="http://www.pezhq.com/story/Orange_County_Chopper_PEZ_98560.asp">PEZ</a></b> chopper for display at the PEZ factory. OCC charges $100,000 or more to do a themed motorcycle like this. PEZ is apparently also planning an Orange County Choppers Gift Set that will be "limited" to 250,000 or 300,000 sets. There will be a set of three dispensers, one for each of the stars of the show: Paul Sr., Paul Jr., and Mikey. The release date is supposed to be around October. If this happens, it will represent a departure from PEZ's long-standing rule that no dispensers are made of real people. Dispensers showing "humans" are not prohibited, but dispensers showing a real-life person are -- or were. A Princess Leia dispenser shows a "person", but that person is a character from a movie, not the actress playing the character. The OCC guys may seem a bit cartoonish, but they are real people playing themselves on the show, not actors playing a character."</blockquote></li><br /><li><b><a href="http://blogs.myrtlebeachonline.com/mbb/2006/05/build_legend_bi.html">Myrtle Beach Online: Build legend Billy Lane roars into Myrtle Beach</a></b><br><img src="http://blogs.myrtlebeachonline.com/mbb/images/frilane1.jpg" title="" width="300" border="2"><br><blockquote>"Billy Lane and Choppers Inc. pulled into Myrtle Beach this week and parked at the Broken Spoke Saloon. A frequent face on the Discovery Channel, Lane is known as a legend in biker circles. He doesn't just design bikes that leave enthusiasts wanting more, he holds seven patents on motorcycle parts and accessories."</blockquote></li><br /></ul><br />Brought to you by George from <a href="http://bikesnchoppers.blogspot.com/"><b>Bikes n Choppers</b></a>.hogbikerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05255991995598310539noreply@blogger.com